Scallops on Sunday: Trout or Scallops with pesto, tomatoes and vegetables

Scallops on Sunday: Trout or Scallops with pesto, tomatoes and vegetables

I didn’t have any trout so I used scallops in this recipe and it worked beautifully. Cook some rice in the simmering basket at the same time for a delicious, all-in-one Varoma meal.

Now that’s what I call local

Now that’s what I call local

Eat fresh, eat local. My neighbour Bob raises hogs just a half a mile down the road. Now that’s what I call local!

Friends and Food: Broccoli, Prawn and Ginger Salad

Friends and Food: Broccoli, Prawn and Ginger Salad

My friend Brigitte served us a wonderful, fresh starter of Broccoli, Prawn and Ginger Salad which I promptly converted for the Thermomix. Bon appétit !

It’s all a bit fishy: All-in-one Asian Fish Varoma meal

It’s all a bit fishy: All-in-one Asian Fish Varoma meal

How to get the most out of fresh fish whilst saving time, effort and energy? Make an all-in-one meal using your Thermomix and its Varoma steamer!

Should women commandeer the coals or should men braise the burgers?

Should women commandeer the coals or should men braise the burgers?

A little essay on who should wield the tools for outdoor cooking